Q Doesn't pregnancy-preparation herbal medicine put a burden on the liver?
A With normal liver function it is safe at standard doses, and we first check for any liver function abnormalities at the initial visit.
Detailed Answer
Liver Safety of Pregnancy-Preparation Herbal Medicine
Although there are concerns about herbal liver toxicity, the blood-nourishing herbs used in pregnancy-preparation prescriptions, such as Danggui (Angelica), Sukjihwang (prepared Rehmannia), and Baekjakyak (white Peony), have established safety within standard doses through thousands of years of clinical records and modern safety research.
Dongjedang confirms the following before prescribing:
- Any existing liver disease (hepatitis, fatty liver, cirrhosis)
- Medications being taken that are metabolized by the liver
- If needed, prescribing after reviewing AST/ALT blood test results
If symptoms such as jaundice, nausea, or right upper abdominal pain appear after taking the medicine, please come in or contact us immediately.
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